Riot Fest celebrates two decades of punk and rock heritage this year.
Mark your calendars: September 19–21, 2025, at Douglass Park, Chicago.
Get ready for electrifying performances by Blink-182, Weezer, Green Day, Jack White, Idles, and a Frank Carter–led Sex Pistols.
The festival features a mix of genres with artists like the Pogues, Rilo Kiley, Jawbreaker, Alkaline Trio, the Beach Boys, "Weird Al" Yankovic, Bad Religion, and Sparks.
While no full album sets are announced yet, past festivals have included unique artist sets, hinting at possible surprises this year.
Last year's festival featured headliners like Pavement, Beck, Fall Out Boy, and Slayer, with special performances including The Offspring's "Smash" and Mastodon's "Leviathan."
Riot Fest has solidified its place as a premier music festival, drawing fans from around the globe to celebrate punk and rock music.
Riot Fest continues its commitment to the Douglass Park neighborhood with local artist features, internships, and community events.
Riot Fest continues its commitment to the Douglass Park neighborhood with local artist features, internships, and community events.